Costco members: Arlo base station + 2 cameras, $179.99 thru May 21, 2017

[JDRoberts]

This is a good deal, but when comparing with prices elsewhere, note that this kit has only two cameras, not four. Works with SmartThings.

https://www.costco.com/Arlo-Smart-Home-HD-Wireless-IP-Security-Camera-2-Pack.product.100293681.html?krypto=jF%2B%2FskoAYKybnP8LW05K%2FYtejLLY%2B4Zr1U%2BgxCKAKna2OvdlwV1dYaulL%2FKfNVACXmtTbIuejCYb ro9igB5iji%2BTII0%2FxCu%2FCCyynPAkniA%3D

How to connect Netgear Arlo Cameras

[jgirvine]

will these work thru a window?

[JDRoberts]

@jgirvine

will these work thru a window?

Motion detection will not. The camera itself might, hopefully someone who is tried it will chime in. See the following:

[DEPRECATED] Blink Camera Device Handler with Motion Sensor, Live Video Streaming, Integration with SmartThings/SHM, Temperature, Signals and Push Notifications

I’m Coming in late here, so you may have already found a solution, but I thought I’d mention a couple of options. It’s definitely possible to place a Camera indoors and record activity outdoors, but there are usually four factors involved. PIR motion sensors cannot detect through glass. Some cameras use PIR (passive infrared) for their motion detection, some use other technologies, Some use a mix. If everything else works great but motion isn’t detected, keep reading. glare from the glass causes the picture to distort. The usual fix for this is to put the camera lens right against the glass, although you may be able to find a “sweet spot” that is even farther back than you originally intended. It’s just a matter of finding the right distance and angle s…

[jg506]

Thanks! Got the max qty - 3. It’s cheaper per camera getting it w/ the base station

[greg]

I snagged one. Easy set up. Of course I had to order another UPS. I’m playing with placement before integrating with ST.

There seems to be a lot of threads on the integration. Looks like custom rules through SHM is the best route. Hoping to play with it tonight. Thanks for the deal @JDRoberts